Technical Director, Rigging
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Emeryville, CAThis was removed by the employer on 9/19/2016 4:06:00 PM PST
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Technical Director, Rigging
SUMMARY:
A Rigging Technical Director is responsible for working with Art Designers and Animators to realize a character in digital form. This includes both shaping the character's 3D geometry and the delivery of a well-designed set of animation controls for manipulating that geometry. The three main disciplines are modeling, rigging and rig building.
An applicant for a rig position is expected to be very strong in at least 2 of these areas. If you have strong artistic skills your two areas of focus might be modeling and rigging. If you are a CG grad you might be strong in rig construction as you can program and have math skills and you might have a good eye for modeling and motion.
• Modeling covers the spectrum of being able to build humans, robots, cars or toys
• TASK DESCRIPTION:
• Using modeling software to sculpt and refine a neutral 3D model to fit the aesthetic needs of Character Designers
• Designing and maintaining a modeling topology conducive to the storyboarded range of deformations
• REEL GUIDELINES
• On a reel we look for examples of digital sculpting of organic forms such as faces or bodies as well as a variety of works and styles
• The best presentations include a turntable showing the final result and a turntable with the mesh so we can evaluate topology
• Modeling is an artistic endeavor so showing examples of drawings or clay sculpts will help
• Showing cloth modeling and/or hair modeling will also strengthen a reel
• Rigging is the process of giving a character controls for movement, therein "articulating" its ranges of motion. We like to think of it as bringing the character to life
• TASK DESCRIPTION:
• Working closely with Animators to provide and refine an articulation of the full range of expressions and body movement needed to support a character's acting range in the film
• A truth to materials/anatomy and animation principles is emphasized, as is patience and a willingness to experiment
• Creative use of deformers to achieve a specific deformation called for by Animation with a concise set of animation controls
• REEL GUIDELINES
• What we look for in a reel is examples of rigging that support the type of character that is being attempted
• A realistic character will have be true to the materials it is made out of
• A cartoony character might have Tex Avery touches
• Since rigging serves animation, showing examples of animation will strengthen the reel
• Rig building is the process of building and supporting rigs that a group of riggers can apply to a set of characters
• TASK DESCRIPTION:
• Designing and maintaining Master Rigs that can be re-used as a basis for articulating similar characters, or applying existing Rigs to newly created character sculpts
• Writing scripts to facilitate workflow improvements in Python or MEL, or working with a programmer to enable them to make such improvements effectively
• Brainstorming new techniques and ideas for user interfaces, deformation tools, and character specific rigging solutions
• Troubleshooting technical issues inherent in maintaining a clean file structure and pipelines for both in-house and 3rd party software
• Having proficiency in a programming language and math is important
• REEL GUIDELINES:
• What we look for in reels are systems that can be used to make faces or bodies
• Showing how the controls work and the interface for the animators is important.
• Descriptive text for the technical designs/tools shown on the reel should be provided on a separate breakdown sheet included with your reel/resume.
SUBMISSION PROCESS:
• Apply online with your resume, demo reel breakdown and cover letter
• Please ensure that you have agreed to the Terms at the end of the on-line application, you will not be able to continue without this affirmation
• By agreeing, you are agreeing to the terms of the Submission Release
• A demo reel showing representative work is an important part of your application
• Include a link to your demo reel in the space provided in the "Personal Information" section of the application
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